Operations Director – Facility Management

About the role

We are partnering with an international engineering services firm to deliver a five‑year, large‑scale infrastructure programme in Riyadh. The Operations Director will lead a brand‑new facility‑management project, overseeing the full lifecycle of building assets and ensuring operational excellence across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all operational activities for the facility‑management project, aligning with project milestones and client expectations.
• Manage a multidisciplinary team, including site managers, engineers, and service providers, to deliver high‑quality asset performance.
• Develop and implement operational policies, health‑and‑safety standards, and cost‑control measures.
• Monitor project progress, prepare performance reports, and liaise with senior stakeholders and international partners.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and GCC best practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Required profile

• 15–20 years of experience in facility management or building asset management.
• Proven track record as an Operations Manager or Operations Director on large‑scale facility projects.
• International exposure, preferably within the GCC region.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities.

Required skills

• Facility management and asset lifecycle oversight.
• Project budgeting and cost optimisation.
• Health‑and‑safety and regulatory compliance.
• Team leadership and stakeholder communication.

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a high‑visibility project within the region’s largest infrastructure programmes.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Professional development in a multinational environment.